An Israeli broadcaster, citing Pakistani sources, revealed international diplomatic efforts to extend the ceasefire between the United States and Iran for a period exceeding two weeks. It was noted that the lack of sufficient guarantees during negotiations was the primary reason for the collapse of the agreements, emphasizing that the nuclear issue remains the cornerstone of any future solution. This announcement came after 21 consecutive hours of marathon talks, during which Washington attempted to find a compromise formula to end the crisis, yet the American delegation decided to return home as talks reached a deadlock. US Flexibility vs. Iranian Intransigence Before his departure, Vance stated that the US administration had shown 'exceptional flexibility' during the negotiations to ensure the stability of the agreement, accusing the Iranian side of rejecting the American conditions. These efforts are a final attempt to contain the impending military explosion and prevent the region from sliding into a comprehensive and unpredictable confrontation. Collapse of the Islamabad Marathon Meanwhile, US Vice President JD Vance officially announced the end of the grueling round of negotiations in the Pakistani capital without reaching a final agreement. The Vice President pointed to 'fundamental shortcomings' in the Iranian position that prevented bridging the deep gap between the parties, ultimately leading to the failure of the diplomatic mission. The Red Line and Nuclear Guarantees Concluding his remarks, Vance stressed the steadfastness of the US position, affirming that Washington will not yield on the demand for a 'strong and decisive assurance' that Tehran is not seeking to acquire nuclear weapons.
